How do you do this? he has lately been describing himslef as 'rubbish' at things - he has very little tolerance for his own mistakes. Games are difficult atm as he hates losing - then gets in a bad mood and describes himself as 'stupid and no good at things'. He has been making comics with friends but told me last night he is taking a back seat as he thinks 'he'll mess it up and ruin it'.
He is a very sensitive and quite emotional boy. All his teachers describe him as extremely bright - he's in the top groups for most things. Popular - lots of friends. He's always been a bit shy with adults but not really with other children. We give him loads of positive attention and tell him how good he is at things - and try to encourage him at things he finds harder. But this habit of beating himself up is really upsetting.
Is this just a phase?
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Self critical, perfectionist 7 year old ds - how to boost confidence?
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FooFooTheSnoo · 29/12/2007 11:08
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